FAQ Tag: Examiner Procedure
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How does an examiner list prior art during reexamination proceedings?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-29 5 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth…
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What is the time frame for an examiner to request rehearing of a PTAB decision?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 10 Rules1 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth…
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What should an examiner do if they become aware of litigation during the examination of a reissue application?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 3 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth…
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Can an examiner request rehearing of a PTAB decision?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information…
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What should be included in an examiner’s request for rehearing of a PTAB decision?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 10 Rules1 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth…
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What should an examiner do when reviewing a reissue application related to litigation or PTAB trials?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 4 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth…
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What should an examiner do if they know of references that could lead to rejection after a PTAB reversal?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information…
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How does an examiner handle species that are not patentably distinct?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth…
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How does the examiner determine if a reference qualifies for the prior art exception under AIA 35 U.S.C. 102(b)(2)(C)?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-10 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth…
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How should an examiner handle partial entry of amendments under 37 CFR 1.312?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-10 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth…